Youth Direct Action
School Walkout For Palestine!
On Wednesday, March 27, 2024 from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm, students across Vermont and New England walked out of schools to show support for Palestine.
Here's How YOU can
Stand for Justice!
We've got your back: Here are some resources to help you learn about the conflict and get involved!
Podcasts
For more in depth info about talking to young children 5+ under about Palestine, this two part series on Freedom Means, by Grace Aldrich & Emma Redden is a great resource.
Freedom Means: Language Ideas Part 1
Freedom Meants: Language Ideas Part 2
Articles and Press Releases
United Nations Article About the Nakba - This article discusses the Nakba, the mass displacement and dispossession of Palestinians during the 1948 Arab-Israeli war. Before the Nakba, Palestine was a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural society.
United Nations Article Israel-Palestine: UN urges parties to spare civilian lives - This article features a list of actions that the UN cites as necessary to stop the targeting of civilians.
United Nations Press Release: UN expert warns of new instance of mass ethnic cleansing of Palestinians, calls for immediate ceasefire - This press was issued in October of 2023 and includes valuable, factual information and reports.
Here is an article from the UN on the current Israel-Gaza crisis that outlines Israel's collective punishment of Gaza, which is a war crime under the Geneva Convention.
Amnesty International Article Six Months On: Gaza’s Great March of Return - Covers the Palestinian protest and calls for Israeli authorities to lift their 11-year illegal blockade on Gaza and to allow Palestinian refugees to return home.
Organizations
If Not Now - American Jews organizing our community to end U.S. support for Israel's apartheid system and demand equality, justice, and a thriving future for all Palestinians and Israelis.
Jewish Voice for Peace - Envisions a world where all people — from the U.S. to Palestine — live in freedom, justice, equality, and dignity.
Resources for Teachers
Rethinking Schools also has resources - Provides specific to teachers in Gaza and Israel.
Palestine Teaching Trunk - Educational materials that teach about Israel/Palestine and U.S. involvement with the conflict.
Books
Good Reads - Reading list for youth and young adults.
Decolonize Palestine - Reading list grouped by areas of focus.
We Are Palestinian - We Are Palestinian is a celebration of Palestinian heritage. Brought to life by award-winning writer Reem Kassis, every spread is filled with wonderful anecdotes, fascinating facts, and memorable quotes. It is beautifully illustrated by Noha Eilouti, an emerging Palestinian-Canadian illustrator.
Together, we will make change happen!